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Wednesday, August 10 | 5:00-7:00pm
at Visions Federal Credit Union

Join us for our next Business After Hours at Visions Federal Credit Union featuring finger foods and desserts from Greenstar Food Co+op and wine from Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards! Business After Hours is our premier networking event where you can connect with hundreds of chamber members and community leaders.
THIS FRIDAY at Stewart Park!

The week's summer movie is an American superhero film based on Marvel Comics Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings! Tompkins Chamber and Serendipity Catering are collaborating to host Movies in the Park again this year, showing outdoor movies on Friday nights through the end August.
Movies in the Park is a wonderful community event FREE for all to attend!
Welcome, New Members!
Upcoming Chamber Events
virtual
Chamber 101: Maximize Your Membership
Wednesday, August 17 | 9:00-10:30am

This session is designed for members looking to begin, continue, or further involvement with the Chamber. Learn about Chamber programs, resources, and events and how to get involved to make the most of your membership. Hosted by Sarah Barden, our Member Relationship Manager, this program will walk you through everything there is to know about the Tompkins Chamber and the vibrant business community in Tompkins County.
Women in Business Tour Trumansburg
Tuesday, August 23 | 3:00-5:00pm

Join us for a Women in Business event in the Village of Trumansburg! We will meet at 16 Elm Heritage Hotel (formerly Juniper Hill B&B) for intros and refreshments and then take a stroll down Main Street to visit two more woman-owned member businesses.
Chamber Golf Tournament
Thursday, September 1

Play, network, and have fun during the Chamber's Annual Golf Tournament, presented by Cayuga Medical Center! Tournament format is Captain and Crew. Registration and payment must be received by August 19. Space is limited to the 32 teams, so register your team today (player names not needed right away).
Community Events & Resources
TCPL to Offer Fine Line Henna Workshop
Thursday, August 11 | 5:30-7:30pm
at the Tompkins County Public Library

Attendees aged 12 and up are invited to join Joanna Fine of Fine Line Henna to learn the art, science, and history of henna body art. Participants will create their own temporary henna tattoos and will receive some henna to take home and share with family and friends.
30th Annual Ithaca Artist Market
Friday, August 12 | Noon-7:30pm
at the Ithaca Farmers Market

You'll find a juried selection of local and regional fine and functional artists with a truly amazing variety of work for sale! Plus, local arts and cultural organizations will be there, along with food, wine, and beer vendors. The East Hill Jazz Group sets the mood throughout the day and Discover Cayuga Lake will be running boat tours.

View all participants on the Ithaca Artist Market page.
Eligibility Has Expanded To Help Pay Childcare Costs

Please share with those who may be struggling to afford childcare Tompkins County encourages employers to make this information available for their workforce who may be interested in the expanded eligibility to lower their childcare costs. Several posters advertising the expanded eligibility are available for download here.
SPONSOR A HOLE
Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Please contact Mary at mhollandbavis@tompkinschamber.org to inquire. And, register your team today! Space is limited to the first 32 teams.
Job Posts
Please, share with appropriate referrals/candidates!


Hiring? Send us a link to your job posting at npotenza@tompkinschamber.org, AND tag #workinithaca when you post on social media.
Our team is here to help.
Just call the Chamber at 607-273-7080, or email us at info@tompkinschamber.org. For specific need areas:

Sarah Barden, Member Relationship Manager
Shelby Green, Office Assistant
Carly Hansen, Director of Operations & HR
Diane Hemly, Office Manager & Bookkeeper
Mary Holland-Bavis, Event & Program Manager
Cloud Kelley, Business & Workforce Development Specialist
Nana Potenza, Marketing & Communications Manager
Jennifer Tavares, CEcD, President & CEO

Note: Our East Shore Dr. office is now closed. Our team will be working remotely and deployed throughout Tompkins County while our new space is completed. You may contact our team members directly for in-person meetings, appointments, or specific services – we remain here to serve you!
Have news to share? Email npotenza@tompkinschamber.org to have it included in the Chambergram!